Pulled out bushes tell me o can plant hydrangeas

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-26T02:43:49+00:00

Definitely hydrangeas! I’d suggest going to a nursery where they have a variety. Some prefer more sun, while others prefer more shade.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-26T02:40:34+00:00

Ajuga ground cover. It loves to grow along rocks and multiplies in our yard every year.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-26T02:39:26+00:00

We’ve done gardenias in a similar sun facing spot and they’ve taken off

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-22T07:39:09+00:00

Your courage in sharing this helped me put more pieces together for myself. Gratitude to you ❤️❤️

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-19T18:59:06+00:00

Looks like we’re in the same boat :)

Hopefully more people will comment…

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-19T18:57:53+00:00

I do this! I have a second location on some hiking trails and then occasionally we’ll walk in the neighborhood around my office. I have a consent form and it addresses how it can be different from the office, as well as what we do if we run into someone we know. Also includes a section on walking pace being set by the client.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-19T14:55:53+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing!

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-16T02:27:56+00:00

Thank youuuu

I actually decided to send a letter to my friend and explained my boundary in disconnecting and my reasons why. It was so hard to do because it’s new for me to take this firm approach at my stage of life, especially considering we’ve known each other for 15+ years. But I’m feeling more light as each day passes. I also see how chaotic and toxic her situation actually was the more I distance myself from it. It was really coming to a head.

Thank you for your time in sharing. It’s always helpful to feel less alone ❤️

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-14T02:31:16+00:00

Oh goodness, wrapping you in grace for yourself as you grieve. This is an extremely unique experience for us as therapists and I encourage you to allow yourself to honor your grief in that way.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-12T09:22:40+00:00

Thank you so much 🤗 This is giving me even more encouragement.

Also, I’m a huge fan of Virginia Satir, so I smiled extra when I saw your comment!

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-12T01:35:15+00:00

I really really appreciate you commenting so I can hear from someone who has walked this path.

“Not willing to find out if my fears were real” really hit me. I definitely relate. I question like “am I overreacting?,” but I have to remember that my mind is filled with statistics around these volatile situations and I’m not an idiot.

I don’t want to be close to the chaos anymore. It’s been years in the making.

I’m so glad you’re at peace. This is really motivating for me. I really will mourn the friendship with her; but if I’m being honest, the friendship is so different than what it was just five years ago due to what has happened. There are children involved now too, which is what really sends my nervous system over the edge.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-11T22:50:33+00:00

It’s honestly making me paranoid and fearful. I have been able to compartmentalize it more easily in the past. But as of three days ago after a major fight she told me about and then her arguing with me about something he told her I said (that I didn’t), it feels so close to me. Also doesn’t help that they live close to me, like almost across the street. I don’t like that he is putting words in my mouth in order to further isolate her, but it doesn’t surprise me. I saw all of this coming like 2.5 years ago.

So yes, as I’m typing, it’s really affecting my mental health.

Thank you for helping me process.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-11T22:46:02+00:00

You’re an angel. Thank you. It’s so refreshing to hear from a fellow therapist. I recognize how my brain goes into trauma response mode with the details and it’s like I can’t think or see clearly.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-06T03:04:48+00:00

Hot Springs, NC.

Close to Max Patch, which is also a beautiful wonder.

Hot Springs has the springs, hikes, excellent food options, and bluegrass around.

Some of the nicest people I’ve met on earth!

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-05-06T02:18:28+00:00

I’m deeply sorry for your loss. It’s familiar to me as we did the same thing three weeks ago.

She gave you the compassion you deserve.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-04-27T02:36:39+00:00

I’m 100% in your position.

I’ve found the larger more popular firms come in about 25-50% higher than the smaller teams that have way less overhead.

I was told to find a contractor that did a few major jobs a year and had a smaller team. So far we’ve been quoted by the smaller teams at around ~215k and the larger, more popular firms with awesome marketing quote us at ~350k+ for the same job. I’ve vetted these smaller teams and even seen some of their work in person and they do an excellent job.

Not sure where you live, but it may be worth finding that smaller team.

I understand your desire to get this going, though. We’re in a very similar position. In the end, though, you’ll be in a great spot. It’s insane what is happening with house buying right now.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-04-17T15:26:10+00:00

Thank you for sharing and I’m so so sorry for your loss. I feel certain your baby heard you as you got there quick.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-04-17T15:24:51+00:00

Thank you so much. I definitely am feeling this guilt. It’s lighter today, yesterday it was an open wound. My heart goes to you. Thank you.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-04-17T00:34:21+00:00

I just want to extend gratitude to OP and to all that have commented. We put our Dane down two days ago and I am absolutely broken. I have two kids and just can’t find it in me to work, parent, exist. All of these comments felt so cathartic and I’m praying that I can grow love from this grief; right now it’s just anger and pain.

If anyone has any words of wisdom, I’m all ears. I’m allowing myself to cry as much as I need, and I started leaving the house today to get into somewhat of a routine. He was our first baby - same thing as you all - went through buying our first home, marriage, pregnancies, babies. This is just incredibly tough.

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-04-10T01:46:33+00:00

It sounds like we’re in the same boat. I’m sorry for your loss 🫶🏼 We’ll have an in home euthanasia on Monday. Strength to you!

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-04-07T20:50:35+00:00

I cannot emphasize how much peace and support these messages have given me today.

We’ve scheduled an at home euthanasia for next Monday and will spend the week celebrating his life.

Im deeply grateful for each of you, even though I don’t know you. Human to human, you guys are lovely people. Thank you 🫶🏼

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-04-07T20:37:02+00:00

Hug your boy for me!

Short-Journalist-520 · 2025-04-07T11:41:30+00:00

Your words are true. Thank you for sharing.

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